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Ms. Close from Keaau, HI is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Learning STEM with a Hands-On-Approach!

Help me give my students a curiosity-driven approach to learning by offering hands-on experiences with STEM concepts. Having the "Lakeshore Create-a-Chain Reaction" kit, along with other supplies will enhance critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills among students.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Close's classroom raised $873

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My Project

STEM education is a critical component of modern pedagogy, fostering crucial skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. To ensure our students receive a well-rounded education, it's imperative to provide them with hands-on STEM experiences from an early age. This proposal outlines a comprehensive plan to procure STEM supplies tailored for 3rd through 5th graders, enhancing their learning experiences and preparing them for future success in an increasingly technology-driven world.

My objective is to provide engaging and interactive STEM learning opportunities for students.

These activities will foster a curiosity-driven approach to learning by offering hands-on experiences with STEM concepts.

My goal is to enhance critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills among students by delivering effective STEM instruction aligned with curriculum standards.

Ms. Close Kea'au Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

50 students impacted 2donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Create-A-Chain Reaction STEM Kit - Gr. 3-5 - Master Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $119.99 2 $239.98
Poraxy 4 in 1 STEM Kits, Wooden Construction Science Kits, STEM Projects for Kids Ages 8-12, 3D Puzzles, Educational Craft Building Toys, Christmas Birthday Gifts for Girls Boys 8 9 10 11 12 Year Old • Amazon Business $18.99 4 $75.96
Poraxy 4 Pack Dinosaur Toys for Kids 8-12, STEM Kits, Boys Toys Age 8-10, 3D Wooden Puzzle Robotic Model, Educational Science Building Projects Crafts, Gifts for Boys Girls 8 9 10 11 12 13 Years Old • Amazon Business $15.99 4 $63.96
Poraxy 5 in 1 STEM Kits, STEM Projects for Kids Ages 8-12, Wooden Model Car Kits, Gifts for Boys 8-10, 3D Puzzles, Science Educational Building Crafts, Toys for 8 9 10 11 12 13 Year Old Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $18.99 3 $56.97
Poraxy 5 Set STEM Kits, STEM Projects for Kids Ages 8-12, Robotics DC Motor Model Car Kit, Electric Building Engineering Experiment Science Kits, Toys Gifts for Boys and Girls Ages 8 9 10 11 12 13 • Amazon Business $18.99 3 $56.97
5 Set STEM Kits, DC Motors Electronic Assembly Robotic Kit DIY STEM Toys for Kids, Building Science Experiments Projects Kits, Valentines Day Gifts for Boys and Girls Ages 8 9 10 11 12 • Amazon Business $18.99 3 $56.97
4 in 1 Solar Power & Electric Motor STEM Kits,Science Experiment Projects for Kids Beginners,Electronic Assembly Solar Powered Toy Kit,DIY Educational Engineering Experiments for Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $13.50 4 $54.00
Carolina STEM Challenge: Egg Drop Kit • Carolina Biological Supply Company $46.62 1 $46.62

Materials cost

$651.43

Vendor shipping charges

 $21.95

Sales tax

 $28.66

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.77

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$741.81

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$130.91

Total project goal

$872.72

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $872.72

1 Donor

-$436.36

Donations toward project cost

-$370.91

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.45

match offer

-$436.35

Match offer toward project cost

-$370.90

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.45

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